The Thursday News Broadcast reports on the weekly weather forecast, the South African drought, a piece about NCAA athlete monetary compensation, and an interview with ASUCD senate candidate regarding environmental policy.

KDVS news’ Rebekah Velasco reports on a 10-day Vipassana meditation retreat in Kelseyville, Ca, a CDP in Lake County, placed two hours north of Sacramento. Vipassana is an Indian meditation tradition aimed towards eliminating stress, suffering, and anxiety. Participants abstain from all forms of communication for the 10-day period, such as speaking, sign language, writing, and eye contact. (Image: laurainwonderland.org)